About the BHF:

Making Christmas Memories

Chanel was born with half a working heart and she needed life saving surgery just 1 minute into her life. Thankfully she recovered and got to spend her first Christmas at home. But not every child will get that chance. Our researchers are working hard to change that, to make sure every tiny heart can get to experience the joy of Christmas.

A revolutionary operation

Rosco was born with the main arteries leaving his heart the wrong way round, putting his life in danger. Within days he had major surgery to switch the arteries back. This transformational operation, pioneered by BHF professor Sir Magdi Yacoub, means Rosco can enjoy a normal life.

What is congenital heart disease?

Congenital heart disease is a problem with the heart that develops in the womb. 12 babies, like Lorenzo, are diagnosed with it everyday in the UK. Thanks to research, 4 out of 5 babies now survive to adulthood.

Fight for every heartbeat

British Heart Foundation is a registered Charity No. 225971. Registered as a Company limited by guarantee in England & Wales No. 699547. Registered office at Greater London House, 180 Hampstead Road, London NW1 7AW. Registered as a Charity in Scotland No. SC039426

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